GMC Yukon XL vs BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$51,015 | MSRP$53,900 |
Listings578 | Listings1191 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryWith options quickly disappearing in the near-luxury large SUV segment, the GMC Yukon XL seems to deliver with a duo of powerful engines, a wealth of seating and storage, and 8,000 pounds of towing capacity. But manufacturing oversights and some competent competition mean you should strongly consider alternatives before making your decision. Before you discount the Yukon entirely, take a look at improvements that have been added to the 2016: a faster processor for its IntelliLink system, Apple CarPlay, and added safety features like lane-keep assist and auto high beams, plus SLT trims and above are now fitted with a hands-free power rear liftgate. | |
Reviews SummaryOnce upon a time, a large, utilitarian BMW was a 5 Series station wagon and nothing more. Today, BMW sells eight high-roof models in the U.S., only one of which is a genuine wagon. The X5, first introduced for 2000, is the best-selling of BMW’s crop of sporty SUVs and crossovers. Its success as a fast, swift-handling, jacked-up wagon with all-wheel drive convinced Porsche to build the Cayenne, and if you’ve ever shopped at a mall with a Williams-Sonoma, you’ve seen them flood the parking lot. But is this third-generation X5 still a worthy choice, now that every mainstream luxury automaker builds at least two SUVs? Let’s find out. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine3.0L 300 hp I6 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity9 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower300 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City16 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name3.0L 300 hp I6 |
Torque383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm |
Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower300 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City16 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity9 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.3 cu ft | Cargo Space35.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight5536 lbs | Curb Weight4960 lbs |
Height74.4 in | Height69.9 in |
Length224.3 in | Length191.1 in |
Width80.5 in | Width86.5 in |
Wheelbase130.0 in | Wheelbase115.5 in |
Maximum Payload1633 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5952 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity6300 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $51,015 | $53,900 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | With options quickly disappearing in the near-luxury large SUV segment, the GMC Yukon XL seems to deliver with a duo of powerful engines, a wealth of seating and storage, and 8,000 pounds of towing capacity. But manufacturing oversights and some competent competition mean you should strongly consider alternatives before making your decision. Before you discount the Yukon entirely, take a look at improvements that have been added to the 2016: a faster processor for its IntelliLink system, Apple CarPlay, and added safety features like lane-keep assist and auto high beams, plus SLT trims and above are now fitted with a hands-free power rear liftgate. | Once upon a time, a large, utilitarian BMW was a 5 Series station wagon and nothing more. Today, BMW sells eight high-roof models in the U.S., only one of which is a genuine wagon. The X5, first introduced for 2000, is the best-selling of BMW’s crop of sporty SUVs and crossovers. Its success as a fast, swift-handling, jacked-up wagon with all-wheel drive convinced Porsche to build the Cayenne, and if you’ve ever shopped at a mall with a Williams-Sonoma, you’ve seen them flood the parking lot. But is this third-generation X5 still a worthy choice, now that every mainstream luxury automaker builds at least two SUVs? Let’s find out. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 3.0L 300 hp I6 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 9 | 5 |
Horsepower | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm | 300 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 16 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 3.0L 300 hp I6 |
Torque | 383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm |
Horsepower | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm | 300 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 16 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 9 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.3 cu ft | 35.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5536 lbs | 4960 lbs |
Height | 74.4 in | 69.9 in |
Length | 224.3 in | 191.1 in |
Width | 80.5 in | 86.5 in |
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 115.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1633 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8300 lbs | 5952 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6300 lbs | |
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